Final exam Flashcards
Lauren is a few weeks pregnant. She knows that the developing fetus, whether it is a boy or girl, has the same sexual anatomy for now. What conclusion can you draw if Lauren is pregnant with a boy?
The boy’s scrotum would be similar to a girl’s labia majora.
Linda has been experiencing some symptoms that have caused her to go to her family physician. She tells the doctor that she has been having severe pain every time she has a period, sometimes even before she has it. She also reports that she feels pain whenever she urinates, makes a bowel movement, or has sexual intercourse. She reports other symptoms as well. The doctor performs a series of tests and gives Linda a diagnosis. What condition do you believe Linda has?
endometriosis
What is the difference between premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?
The number and severity of symptoms for PMDD is much more intense than for PMS.
Think about what you know about the average menstrual cycle. If today is the first day of the month and Sally began menstruating today, on which day should she expect ovulation to occur?
the 14th day of the menstrual cycle
Darryl is 20 years old. He recently learned in his human sexuality class that _________ is the most common form of cancer for males within his age range. As a result, Darryl has decided to perform self-examinations every _________ in order to check for suspicious or cancerous lumps.
testicular cancer; month
In many cultures, significant importance is placed upon female sexuality and the presence, or absence, of an intact hymen. As a result, many myths tend to overshadow the truth about this female structure. What evidence will you use to accurately refute or support the belief that an intact hymen indicates that a woman is still a virgin?
The hymen may separate due to tampon insertion.
How has the practice of male circumcision changed over the last twenty years?
In the past, male circumcision was practiced due to perceived health benefits, whereas today the perceived health benefits have been called into question.
Which of the following terms refers to the peak of sexual arousal?
orgasm
Which female hormone promotes the development of a mature ovum?
FSH
The fluid that mixes with sperm and carries them out of the man’s body is called _____.
Semen
Which male sexual structure is known to produce pre-ejaculate?
Cowper’s gland
Which part of a female’s sexual anatomy has only recently been found to be larger and more complex than previously thought?
clitoris
Research conducted in the 1950s and 1960s by Masters and Johnson revealed which of the following to be TRUE regarding the size of a man’s penis?
Smaller flaccid penises tend to enlarge proportionately more upon sexual excitement than do larger flaccid penises.
The primary cause of cervical cancer is a sexually transmitted viral infection known as _______.
human papilloma virus
Tanisha is a young girl who lives in Africa. Her culture believes that it is immoral for women to enjoy sexual pleasure. So, Tanisha will undergo a procedure that will remove part or most of the vulva. What is this procedure called?
female genital mutilation
Compare and contrast the flirting behaviors and roles of opposite-sex and same-sex partners.
The behaviors are similar but the roles are more flexible for same-sex partners as compared to opposite-sex partners.
When considering a couple’s sexual orientation, what can be said about the qualities of love and intimacy?
The qualities are basically the same for both same-sex and opposite-sex couples, but patterns of communication may vary.
Two theories of love that you have learned about are John Allen Lee’s “styles of love” and Robert J. Sternberg’s “Triangular Theory of Love.” These two theories essentially attempt to categorize the different types of love found in relationships. How is Lee’s “storge love” similar to Sternberg’s “liking”?
The central theme of both types of love is friendship.
Chuck and Linda are taking a long walk together. Chuck begins to tell Linda things he’d never told her before. He tells Linda about his personal experiences with sexually transmitted infections and asks her if she has ever had a sexually transmitted infection. This is an example of _________.
sexual self-disclosure
Brandy is in an abusive relationship with Joseph. She would like to leave but is afraid because Joseph has threatened to harm her if she ever tried to leave him. She has read brochures that state that the most violent time for a woman is when she is trying to leave an abusive relationship. She is already assessing Joseph’s danger level. What additional steps can she take as she considers leaving the abusive relationship?
She can make an escape plan, create a safety network of people she trusts, and get a restraining order.
In a violent or abusive relationship, there is a phase when there seems to be peace and harmony within the relationship. That phase is called _______________.
the honeymoon phase
___________ is mentioned as a reason why relationships fail. One partner has low self-esteem and is always seeking support or validation of love from the other partner, which can be overwhelming for the other partner.
Lack of self-confidence
Which of the following is an example of defensiveness?
You tell your partner “You always get angry when I want to stay home and relax.”
Sally and John live in the same apartment complex. After a while, they start dating. This situation could be explained by the ____________ effect.
proximity
Cheryl is constantly fearful that her partner will leave her and must constantly be reassured by him that he will not do so. What type of love is she exhibiting?
mania
Mabel and Max have a relationship that includes intimacy, commitment, and passion. According to Sternberg, their relationship is characterized by ________ love.
consummate
Identify the type of communication in which, according to Gottman, conflicts are peacefully settled through dialogue and negotiation.
validating
Phillip is good at planning social events, and his wife is good at taking care of finances, so that is how this couple splits these relationship “duties.” Armed with this information, what can you say about Phillip and his wife?
They probably have a healthy power balance.
The predictable pattern of violence in a relationship is called the __________.
cycle of abuse
When using hormonal contraceptive methods like the patch, the pill, or emergency contraceptive pills, women must be aware of the connection between effectiveness or failure rates and ______________.
being overweight or obese
What is the connection between communication about contraception and consistent use of contraception among couples?
When couples communicate effectively about contraception they tend to use it consistently.
Compare and contrast the male and female condoms.
The female condom provides slightly greater protection against STIs than the male condom.
Fiona and the guy that she is seeing have both agreed that they will continue to date other people, at least until they decide that they want to see each other exclusively. They are sexually active. Knowing this, what should Fiona do about contraception?
She should consider contraceptive methods that prevent both pregnancy and STIs.
Ronald just found out that his girlfriend is pregnant. He and his girlfriend have different opinions about what they should do next. He wants to make an informed decision but he is not sure what everything means. Explain to him what happens with abortion.
Abortion terminates a pregnancy.
How do female hormonal methods of contraception prevent conception or pregnancy?
They thicken the cervical mucus, prevent ovulation, and change the lining of the uterus.
Which of the following methods of contraception requires males to sense or know when they are about to ejaculate?
withdrawal
Which hormonal contraceptive method contains estrogen and progestin?
combination pills
Allison is taking an extended-dose hormonal contraceptive. As a result, she _______________.
has fewer menstrual periods per year
While Louise and her husband were having intercourse the condom broke. What could Louise do to prevent pregnancy in this situation?
take emergency contraceptive pills
Which of the following is not a form of contraception?
abortion
Jane and Ted have decided to wait to have intercourse until they are married. They are ________.
practicing abstinence
__________ is/are considered the most unreliable method of contraception, while __________ is/are considered an effective method of contraception if willpower is exercised.
Douching; selective abstinence
According to the fertility awareness methods of birth control, a couple’s “window of fertility” in any given month is about ____ days, and is determined by combining the woman’s fertility period and _______________.
six; the maximum life span of sperm
Liesl has an appointment with her doctor to receive an injectable hormonal contraceptive. The method she has chosen will provide protection for at least three months and is highly effective. What method of birth control is Liesl getting?
Depo-Provera
What percentage of females ages 16–39 have masturbated alone?
45–72%
Rosalyn fantasizes while she and her partner are having sex. What is a possible effect of Rosalyn’s actions?
Rosalyn may get more sexually excited, which may improve her physiological responses.
Using condoms and dental dams during oral sex has been shown to ________ the risk of contracting or transmitting an STI.
reduce
John is giving a presentation in his human sexuality class. He must cite statistics regarding the frequency of coitus in the United States. Based on research, he could say that, of people between the ages of 18 and 24, _______________ report that they have not had sex in the past year.
40% of males and 25% of females
Anyah is confident, has a positive attitude about masturbation, and enjoys sexual activities. She consistently uses birth control and disease preventions methods. She is flexible when it comes to traditional sex role behaviors; however, she is less likely to introduce new sexual behaviors in a relationship. Her sexual attitudes and behaviors are ________.
erotophilic
Mary attended a masturbation seminar. She already knew that masturbation helps people to learn about their own sexual sensations. She was surprised to learn, however, that masturbation can _______________.
reduce menstrual cramps
Which people do you think are least likely to use birth control, use protection to prevent STIs, or seek help when they have sexual medical problems?
people who are uncomfortable with sexual issues
When researchers have attempted to measure the masturbation frequency of men and women, their findings have conflicting results. What is the most likely reason for these discrepancies?
People are often embarrassed to talk about masturbation.
